Christaller's Principle

Christaller's Principle, developed by geographer Walter Christaller in 1933, explains how cities and towns are organized in relation to each other within a region. It suggests that central places (like cities) provide goods and services to surrounding areas, and they are spaced out in a way to minimize overlap and ensure efficient access for residents. This arrangement creates a hierarchy, where larger cities offer more specialized services, while smaller towns provide basic ones. Overall, it helps us understand the distribution of urban centers and their roles in supporting local populations.